Dear YGB Community,
We are at a point where community engagement is needed more than ever. Young Gifted and Black has heard the call of the community and, as a result, we’ll be focusing our efforts in three key areas: studying community needs, building collective analysis, and advocacy. In the coming weeks, look for an email with more information about this. For now, check out some key opportunities to stay engaged in November. https://www.facebook.com/fergusontomadison
NoDAPL Solidarity March
Friday, November 11, 1pm – Library Mall (across the street from the Memorial Union)
If completed, the Dakota Access Pipeline (also known as DAPL) would encroach on sacred Native American lands, contribute to climate change, and pollute the Missouri River, a water source for millions. Thousands of Native Americans are currently peacefully protesting at Standing Rock, North Dakota against a violent police force that has used biting dogs, pepper spray, and violence as scare tactics. We must support the fight against pollution and occupation of Native lands by supporting the #NoDAPL protests. By protesting on Friday at U.S. Bank, one of the 17 multinational banks that are funding the pipeline, we can show economic solidarity with the protestors at Standing Rock. Speakers at the protest include Teddy Shibabaw from Socialist Alternative, Art Shegonee, a First Nation activist, and YGB’s Brandi Grayson. More info here.
Non-Partisan Post-Election Analysis
Tuesday, November 15, 1pm – Olbrich Gardens
In the 2016 Presidential Election, Donald Trump shocked political pundits by beating Hillary Clinton in a near-landslide victory. To debrief the results of the election, a panel of speakers this Tuesday – including Democrat Barbara Lawton, Republican Dale Schultz, and YGB’s Brandi Grayson – will analyze from a non-partisan standpoint the future of country’s efforts to combat racial disparities, income inequality, mass incarceration, and climate change.
Other Ways to Get Engaged
How Can Madison Foster More Racially Diverse Leadership?
Wednesday, November 16, 6pm – Central Library
This Wednesday, a variety of community representatives will discuss what Madison can do to diversify its leadership of major organizations. Click here for more info.
Dominican Republic Service Trip Informational Meeting
Tuesday, November 15, 6:30pm
A great upcoming service opportunity to empower Black girls through community service is an eight-day trip to the Dominican Republic, where Black girls will be empowered by improving the lives of others. Click here for more info.
Drop the Mic: Youth QTPoC Series
Saturday, November 12, 6pm – Freedom Inc. (1810 S Park St)
“Drop the Mic” is Freedom Inc’s monthly Queer and Trans Youth of Color Open Mic series, open for youth and youth only to share their feelings and thoughts. Click here for more info.
Detroit ’67
Thursday–Saturday at 8pm – Bartell Theatre (113 E Mifflin St)
There are three performances left – Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – of Detroit ’67, a powerful play about community-police relations and uprisings. Following the performance, a talkback will occur. Click here for more info and click here for tickets.
Occupy Bascom: The Noose Will Never Be Free
Friday, November 11, 4pm – Bascom Mall
At a recent Badgers football game, a pair of racist men wore a costume showing Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton being hung by a noose. On Friday, we will meet at Bascom Mall to protest this act of racism. Click here for more info. |
Wisconsin Bail Out the People Movement
Wisconsin Bail Out the People Movement